Can hair loss after childbirth grow back?

Written by Du Rui Xia
Obstetrics
Updated on January 13, 2025
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Many women experience hair loss after giving birth. There are several causes of postpartum hair loss, including hormonal changes in the body postpartum, psychological factors, malnutrition, certain medications, infections, and other diseases. Hair lost after childbirth can regrow. It is important to enhance nutrition by eating more protein-rich and vitamin-rich foods, including fresh vegetables and fruits. Additionally, maintaining an optimistic mood, ensuring emotional well-being, and developing good sleep habits are crucial. It’s also important to balance work and rest to avoid excessive fatigue and to avoid staying up late. Regularly washing the hair and choosing suitable hair care products are also recommended.

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Written by Huang Ling Juan
Dermatology
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Can hair loss on the top of the head be reversed?

Generally, hair loss at the top of the head can be reversible. Sudden hair loss on the scalp may indicate alopecia areata, which typically has a clear boundary and reveals shiny patches of skin without pain or itching. This condition is often related to high mental stress and poor sleep. Treatment can include oral administration of Compound Glycyrrhizin Capsules and L-cysteine tablets, or a combination of traditional Chinese medicine diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, products like Yangxue Shengfa Capsules can be used, as well as topical solutions such as Minoxidil Solution or Compound Siyadan Hair Growth Solution, which can gradually restore hair. If the hair loss at the top of the head is androgenic alopecia, this usually requires combination with certain medications. For women, oral spironolactone can be used; for men, oral finasteride may be helpful. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Will hair loss of the deficient type cause the hair to become thinner, softer, and greasier?

Hair loss of the deficiency type can lead to thinner and greasier hair. For such cases, it is crucial to promptly replenish the body. This can be achieved through dietary adjustments, such as consuming more leeks, Chinese yam, eggs, lean meat, barley, adzuki beans, red beans, etc., which can effectively help alleviate the condition. Additionally, consuming black sesame, nuts, walnuts, and other similar foods can effectively help prevent hair loss and provide some relief. Most importantly, avoid excessive fatigue and do not stay up late.

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What to do about child hair loss?

When children experience hair loss, and if the hair loss is substantial, it is definitely necessary to conduct some relevant examinations. It could be due to a deficiency of nutrients, like a lack of trace elements, which can also lead to hair loss. If the hair loss is particularly severe, it is advisable to visit a dermatologist and then conduct some relevant treatments based on the child's condition.

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Can Huang Jing treat white hair and hair loss?

Polygonatum, commonly known as Huang Jing, is somewhat effective in treating white hair and hair loss, but it cannot completely achieve the therapeutic goal. When white hair and hair loss occur, it is first necessary to determine the specific cause to effectively mitigate the issue. Additionally, it is important not to consume irritating foods and to eat more black sesame or walnuts, which can somewhat improve the symptoms of white hair and hair loss. The main causes of white hair and hair loss are usually attributed to frequent staying up late and excessive fatigue, so dietary improvements should also be considered.

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Can kidney deficiency type hair loss heal itself?

Kidney deficiency hair loss cannot heal by itself; it requires regular diet adjustments or the use of medications that supplement kidney deficiency for effective treatment. Do not let it heal on its own, as neglecting it might worsen the condition and lead to other symptoms, so timely treatment is crucial. Foods that supplement kidney deficiency, such as leeks, white radishes, donkey-hide gelatin, and goji berries, should be consumed regularly as they can effectively help in replenishing kidney deficiency and improve symptoms. It is also very important to rest adequately, avoid excessive fatigue, and most importantly, avoid staying up late.